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Columbia Technology Partners is seeking a skilled Linux System Administrator to support enterprise infrastructure in a secure, high-performance environment. This role is ideal for a hands-on professional with experience managing Linux systems, enterprise storage, and backup solutions while maintaining strong security and compliance standards. You will play a key role in ensuring system reliability, supporting vulnerability management efforts, and driving continuous improvements across infrastructure operations.
Job Responsibility
Administer, maintain, and optimize Linux-based systems in a production environment
Manage IBM Enterprise Storage solutions to ensure availability, performance, and data integrity
Configure, monitor, and troubleshoot Veritas NetBackup for enterprise backup and recovery operations
Perform system patching and package management using YUM repositories
Execute and remediate vulnerability scans using Nessus, ensuring alignment with security requirements
Implement and maintain system security configurations, including system hardening and policy enforcement
Support STE/STIN-related processes and security frameworks
Monitor system performance, troubleshoot issues, and implement proactive improvements
Collaborate with engineering, security, and infrastructure teams to support upgrades, audits, and incident response
Maintain clear and accurate documentation for system configurations, procedures, and compliance activities
Requirements
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field (or equivalent experience)
3+ years of hands-on Linux system administration experience (RHEL, CentOS, or similar)
Experience with enterprise storage (IBM), backup solutions (Veritas NetBackup), and vulnerability management tools (e.g., Nessus)
Strong knowledge of Linux patching (YUM), system hardening, security best practices, and scripting (Bash, Python, or similar)
Nice to have
RHCSA or similar Linux certification
Experience in high-availability or mission-critical environments
Familiarity with automation tools such as Ansible or Puppet
Exposure to cloud or hybrid infrastructure environments
What we offer
Medical: CTP offers 3 superior plans, bringing our employees both in-network and out-of-network options
Vision + Dental: Both free to you + paid in full by CTP
Retirement: 401k - 6% company contribution
PTO + Leave: A work life balance is extremely important to our team here at CTP, which is why our paid time off plans are so lucrative. Offering customizable leave plans to meet your needs is just one of our many perks! Jury Duty, Bereavement + Military Leave provided
Career Growth: Up to $10,000 provided for approved career-related learning, training, education, and/or tuition
Life and AD&D Insurance/Short-Term & Long-Term Disability: More peace of mind, at zero cost to you
Profit Sharing Bonus: End of year cash gets added to your bottom-line
Referral Bonus Program: Our tiered program provides an incentive with each stage of the hiring process your referral passes. Our bonuses range from $7,000-$20,000, if your referral joins the team